TYLER, Texas (KETK) — The Tyler Junior College Dental Studies Department is set to host a free dental clinic for children ages 4-11 on Nov. 8.
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A significant obstacle children and parents face is aligning work and school schedules to ensure they can receive adequate dental care. “Many children cannot miss school without falling behind, and many parents just aren’t able to take off work during workdays,” Christina Horton, TJC dental hygiene professor, said.
The event will be held at the TJC Dental Clinic, located in the Rogers Nursing and Health Sciences Center at 1200 E. Fifth St. on the TJC campus.
The event also serves as an opportunity for TJC dental hygiene and certified dental assisting students to hone their skills, Horton added, with current students treating the children under faculty supervision.
During the event, routine preventive care will be available, including evaluations, sealants and fluoride treatments.
The clinic is by appointment only, and space is limited. Scheduling requests require a parent/guardian to complete the form located on their website.
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